Rev. John Beal , professor, canon law, was quoted in a Sept. 8 Religion News Service article about the impact Pope Francis's annulment changes may have on U.S. Catholics.

How will Pope Francis' annulment changes impact U.S. Catholics?

From: Religion News Service Date: Sept. 8, 2015 Author: David Gibson

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The Rev. John Beal, a leading canon lawyer who teaches at Catholic University of America, said recently that American church tribunals in each diocese have allowed applicants to submit written affidavits or use Skype instead of having to appear for every hearing in person.

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